Decker (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Bears.

EDGE Analysis

Decker has been cleared to return from a one-game absence due to a shoulder injury. He'll reclaim his starting spot at left tackle while Dan Skipper starts on the right side due to the absence of Penei Sewell (ankle).

Decker (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears.

EDGE Analysis

Decker has dealt with shoulder issues all season and missed the Week 17 loss to the Vikings. With the Lions eliminated from playoff contention, it wouldn't be a shock if the team opts to sit Decker against Chicago. The Lions have already ruled out RT Penei Sewell due to an ankle injury.

Decker (shoulder) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran offensive lineman from Ohio State missed the Lions' Week 17 loss to the Vikings due to a shoulder injury, so Wednesday's limited session suggests he's nearing a return. Decker likely needs to practice in full either Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the Week 18 matchup against the Bears on Sunday.

Decker (shoulder) has been ruled out for Detroit's matchup versus the Vikings on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Decker has been playing through his shoulder injury since November but will now be forced to miss his first game of the campaign. Dan Skipper is in line to start at left tackle with Decker sidelined.

Decker (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Vikings.

EDGE Analysis

Decker has managed to play through a shoulder injury since November, so the veteran offensive lineman should be able to play Christmas Day. If not, then Dan Skipper would likely start at left tackle in Decker's stead.

Decker (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

EDGE Analysis

Decker continues to play through a shoulder injury that he picked up in early November. Dan Skipper is the primary backup offensive tackle for the Lions, and he would likely step into the game if Decker leaves.

Decker (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

EDGE Analysis

Decker has dealt with the shoulder issue since early November but has not missed any game action as a result. Decker was unable to practice two of three days during the week, though his past pattern suggests he still has a strong chance of suiting up for Sunday's must-win game against Pittsburgh.

Decker (shoulder) was a limited participant at practice Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Decker was considered a non-participant at the team's walkthrough practice Wednesday, but he was able to make his return to the practice field Thursday. The offensive tackle has been playing through a shoulder issue for the majority of the season, and he now appears to be on track to do so again Sunday versus the Steelers.

Decker (shoulder) did not participate at practice Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Decker was absent from practice to open the week, but that's often been the case this year as he's been nursing a shoulder injury for months. The offensive lineman will have two more chances to return to practice before Sunday's contest against the Steelers.

Decker (shoulder) is active for Detroit's game against the Rams on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Decker will once again play through his shoulder injury that's bothered him throughout the season. The 31-year-old will continue to serve as the Lions' starting left tackle during Sunday's matchup.